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Official Newsletter for Westheimer Lakes Homeowners Association.

Published by Krenek Printing Co. - 281-463-8649

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS Mardi Gras “Krewe of Westheimer Lakes Rascals” Parade & Party Saturday, February 11th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon: Get ready to start decorating your wagons, bikes and strollers for our annual Mardi Gras “Krewe of Westheimer Lakes Rascals” Parade and Party. Located at the Westheimer Lakes North Clubhouse, there will be a DJ, moonwalk, best decorated parade float contest, prizes, face painting, balloons and tons of fun! The parade will start at 10:15 AM on the sidewalk near the clubhouse parking lot. Snacks and beverages will be served. Look forward to seeing you there!

Fireworks Prohibition in the Deed Restrictions The Board asks that residents refrain from celebrating holidays with the use of fireworks and fireworks display. This not only poses a nuisance and disturbance to your neighbors, it also leaves a messy aftermath to be cleaned up. Thank you for helping to keep Westheimer Lakes community fireworks free!

Report It!!!

If you witness any suspicious behavior around the community please contact the local authorities immediately at the nonemergency number 281-341-4665.

Rules of the Road for Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer Lakes North This is a reminder…. The operation of motorized vehicles (ATV’s, dirt bikes, golf carts, etc.) other than mowing equipment on pathways or trails maintained by the Association or any other Common Area within the community is not allowed.

According to the Texas department of public safety: • ATV’s are not allowed on a street and an operator crossing a street must have a valid driver’s license.

• Golf carts are allowed on roads, but must obey all traffic laws including speed limits. If operated on a road the golf cart must have a license plate and the driver must have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

• Mopeds and motor assisted scooters are treated as regular bicycles. All vehicles used on roads must obey traffic laws including stop signs and speed limits. For additional information on this subject go to www.txdps.state.tx.us/msb/pages/Electric.htm.

DID YOU KNOW….ATV’s and Golf Carts on common areas of the community require your money to repair these areas when damaged?

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Vandalism In Community In the past, Westheimer Lakes has been the target of numerous acts of vandalism. The POA believes that some of this vandalism may be occurring from individuals in the community. When items such as street signs, park signs, windows, lights are in need of replacement as result of this vandalism, your POA bears this expense. As a reminder, please beware of your surroundings and should you see any suspicious activity in the community please contact the Sherriff’s department (281-341-4665) immediately.

Westheimer Lakes Advisory Committee The Advisory Committee holds meetings in the community and asks for feedback from residents to make Westheimer Lakes the best community possible! If you have a desire to build a positive and strong community contact a volunteering member from this Committee, please see below: Westheimer Lakes North • Christine Hudson - hudsonparker@entouch.net • Gary Bartels - garybartels1975@gmail.com • Kevin Rosprim - applewood_b_c@yahoo.com (Resident POA Board Member) Westheimer Lakes South • Dean Murdock - deanmurdock69@yahoo.com • Randy Carter - ranleecarter@entouch.net (Resident POA Board Member) • Robert Suelter - suelter@entouch.net

Golf Balls Hitting golf balls is meant for the golf course only. It can cause damage not only to personal property but to people as well. Please respect your neighbors and refrain from hitting golf balls inside the community.

No Trespassing on Residents Private Property There have been complaints about children crossing through residents’ private yards to get to the facilities. Please let children know that they cannot cross private property. If this should occur more than once, we ask homeowners’ to contact the proper authorities.

Basketball Goals Basketball is a fun sport that many like to play. As a reminder, please make sure that all basketball goals are kept in an upright position in your driveway. Basketball goals should not be left in the street at anytime or left on the side of your home when not in use. Leaving Basketball goals in the street can be a nuisance to drivers in the community and a hazard should there be a need for an emergency vehicle to gain access to your street. Please note this is also a violation of deed restrictions and if you receive violation letters regarding this matter you could be sent to the attorney and be liable for those charges.

Unwanted Solicitors NO SOLICITING signs are posted throughout the entrances of the community. If this continues to be a growing issue at your residence and would like to place a NO SOLICITING sign in your yard, you may certainly do so. Please be sure that the sign is placed by your front door and place only (1) sign at your home.

If you feel in danger and think the solicitor will be in the community long enough to call the authorities, we suggest you call the local Police Department.

Thank you and please be safe…

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KEEP OUR LAKES CLEAN Please help us keep our community beautiful by NOT THROWING trash and debris around or into the lakes. In addition, there is NO SWIMMING, BOATING OR FISHING in the LAKES.

NO DUMPING IN EMPTY LOTS Please help us keep our community clean by NOT DUMPING trash and debris onto empty lots. Neighbors please report violators and be ready to provide license plate number and photo or any other pertinent information.

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COMMUNITY REMINDER Please keep all trash, including lawn clipping bags, stored out of sight until trash pick up day.

CANYON GATE ATTENDANT SERVICES Hours of operation are 24/7 Sunday thru Saturday. The gate attendant’s office is located at the entrance to Canyon Gate at Westheimer Lakes on Idlewood Crossing Dr.

Canyon Gate EZ Tag Lane Access Please be patient when approaching the EZ Tag barrier arm and obey the signs. After stopping at the stop sign, proceed slowly and wait until the barrier arm opens fully. Bumping or hitting the barrier arm causes costly and unnecesary repairs to the Association.

If there is a car in front of you, please remain at the stop sign until the car has gone through the arm and the arm is closed. The barrier arm closes after each vehicle every time.

Westheimer Lakes – Gate Attendant Entry TIPS

• EZ TAG LANE (RIGHT LANE) is for EZ Tag stickered vehicles ONLY that are residents and have registered at the onsite office.

• Residents with a Westheimer Lakes vehicle windshield sticker must enter by way of the Gate attendant only. (2 lanes under the cover).

• Visitors must enter through the visitor lane (far left lane) nearest the building and must be signed in by the Gate attendant. If the gate attendant is not on duty, the EZ tag lane is left open and visitors can enter the community. * Contact the SplashPad Texas onsite office at 832-222-2355 to register or for more general information *

CANYON SPRINGS AND CANYON FALLS SECTION UPDATES

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The Canyon Springs and Canyon Falls Gates EZ Tag Entry lanes are for registered resident entry only via electronic EZ Tags (Harris County EZ TAG or Community fast pass tags for community use only). Electronic entry tags, including credit card size Access Cards and telephone home number registration services are available to all Canyon Springs and Canyon Falls residents at the SplashPad office from 9 AM until 5 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. Call 832-222-2355 for more details.

The entry will remain open during the day while sales and construction of new homes are in operation and gates will close at night.

The gated areas may be accessed three (3) ways; with EZ Tag or fast pass tags, Access Card (reader is located at the dial up box in the left lane) or you may dial the home code on the telephone 10 key pad. If someone is home to answer, access may then be granted. If you experience difficulty, the gate attendant’s office may be called by pressing #0001 on the 10 keypad.

In the event the gates do not open, please call the gate attendant and they can open the gate during the evening hours of 7 PM until 7 AM. Report all gate malfunctions to either 832-222-2650 or at

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832-222-2355, if no one is available, please leave a message with your name, phone number and a brief description of the situation.

The gate repairs will be called into the gate service company.

TO CONTACT THE BOARD or for information

about your account Please call or email Planned Community Management, Inc. (PCMI) Brandi Leal, Property Manager Email: BLeal@stes.com Phone: 281-870-0585 Fax: 281-870-9170

Have you logged in yet?

www.canyongate.com /residents/wl Features of the Westheimer Lakes Community Intranet include: • Resident Directory (names posted only with resident approval) • Current Events and Activities • Board meeting minutes, meeting dates, pool schedules etc.

• Event Photos and MORE!

Deed Restriction Process

1st letter: Notifying owner of violation and giving them (30 days) to cease and desist. (Legally no further letters can go out for this violation until the (30 days) has expired.)

2nd letter: After the (30 days) has expired from the 1st letter a 2nd letter notifying the owner of violation will be sent. (Please note that depending on what the violation is the board can send the account to the attorney when the (30 days) has expired from this letter.)

3rd letter: This letter is optional to the board and depending on what the violation is they do not always feel the need to send a 3rd letter.

At any time you feel that you get a letter that is not warranted, please feel free to contact PCMI immediately to discuss at 281-870-0585.

ANIMAL / PET CONTROL

Please respect your neighbors’ yards and their personal space….. remember that pets must be confined to a fenced backyard or within the house and must not be allowed to bark all night long or cause a nuisance to neighbors. They must be on a leash at all times when away from this contained environment. It is also the pet owner’s responsibility, when walking their pet within the subdivision, to keep ALL areas free of pet debris. Please remember that cats must also be confined.

To report loose dogs, please call Ft. Bend Animal Control at 281-342-1512.

REMEMBER: PLEASE CALL BEFORE YOU DIG

Texas One Call System: dial “811”

Prior to performing work on your property, call the “Texas One Call System at 811.” They will mark the location of the utility lines easement within your property. Remember, damages to any utility lines within your property can affect services to YOU and YOUR neighbor’s homes. Thanks for taking time to call before you dig!

Disclaimer

The Association doesn’t verify, endorse or approve any products, information or opinions mentioned at Association sponsored functions or contained in this community newsletter.

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Interested in getting more involved in the community? Join a Westheimer Lakes committee or group.

COMMITTEES: • Social If you are interested in leading this committee please contact Michelle below.

• Communications If you are interested in leading this committee please contact Michelle below.

• Landscape Contact Mary Baker at marybaker@entouch.net for more details.

• Traffic & Safety Contact Linda Parker at LParker173@comcast.net for more details.

Groups: • Chinese Contact Annie Xiao at shuier77031@yahoo.com for more details.

• Spanish Community (Purpose is to meet Spanish speaking families and gather to share experiences, make friends and connect.)

Contact Claudia Hardin at hardinclaudia@gmail.com for more details.

To sign-up or for more information, contact Michelle Evrard at mevrard@canyongate.com or 713-783-6702.

as a reminder - TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS /DEVICES

Please obey the traffic control speed signs and devices within our community. They are posted by the county, as well as by the Association within the gated areas. Every resident and visitor should be considerate and drive the speed limit. Thanks for helping make Westheimer Lakes a driver friendly community.

Westheimer Lakes SplashPad Texas Hours

• Crochet Contact Amanda Miller at mandimiller121005@yahoo.com for more details.

Onsite Business Office (2nd Floor) Phone: 832-222-2355 Office Hours: Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM (starting November 8th) Onsite Community Manager: Mitsi Withington Please visit or contact this office to register for amenity & gate access.

• Discussion (Current Affairs and/or Literary Topics) Contact Yatindra Bhatnagar at yatasha@hotmail.com for more details.

Westheimer Lakes North Recreation Center Hours

• Scrapbooking Club Contact Janette at 714-404-4836 or janette.ong@juno.com for more details. Meetings will be held every first Saturday of the month from 10 AM - 5:30 PM at the north clubhouse. Dates and times are subject to change.

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Business Office Phone: 281-394-5961 Office Hours: Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM (starting November 8th) Fitness Center Hours: 7 days a week - 5:00 AM until 10:00 PM Onsite Community Manager: Karen Thompson

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Canyon Gate Recreation Center Hours

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Business Office Phone: 832-222-2970 Office Hours: Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM

9:00 AM until 5:00 PM (starting November 8th) Fitness Center Hours: 7 days a week - 5:00 AM until 10:00 PM Onsite Community Managers: Veta Buzek and Shannon Theis

IMPORTANT TRASH INFORMATION

Remember: Unless it is trash pick up day, your trashcans (and any bags of trash) must be hidden from public view. Please do not store your trashcans in front of your garage or on the side of your home – your neighbors don’t want to look out their windows and see your garbage either. Please be respectful and only place trash out on specific trash days.

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WESTHEIMER LAKES TRASH PICK-UP SCHEDULE

Garbage collection days are: Wednesday and Saturday. Trash containers must be at curb by 7 AM on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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* Holidays - when the pickup day falls on a holiday there will be no trash pickup that day and instead will be picked up on the next scheduled pickup day.

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Note: Saturdays – Heavy pick-up day.

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Recycling collection day is: Wednesday. Items collected: newsprint only, aluminum & bi-metal cans, plastics coded #1 & #2. Please rinse all food containers.

Service Provider is Waste Management – 713-686-6666.

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Please remember that when planning to do any outdoor home improvements, you must first apply for approval from the Architectural Review Committee by submitting a home improvement form. Visit Mitsi Withington at the SplashPad Texas office or call her at 832-222-2355 for an ARC form and more information.

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To report a street light that is not working, call Centerpoint Energy at 713-207-2222. You will need to report both the number on the base of the pole and the street address. You may also report outages online at www.centerpointenergy.com/outage.

New Homeowners Must Register to gain access to amenities All new homeowners, as well as current residents (if not already registered), are asked to register at the Westheimer Lakes onsite office located on the second floor of the SplashPad Texas building.

This process ensures that all residents have access to the amenities such as the pool, automobile stickers and EZ Tag enrollment (no cost with a Harris County EZ Tag) for entry into the EZ Tag lanes at the gated sections. Some electronic tag fees are applicable. Your proof of resident ownership will be needed to properly complete your registration.

The gate attendants maintain a list of residents that have registered at the onsite business office. Your visitors should also be reminded to stop and register with the gate attendant. Association’s property is under camera surveillance cameras are in place throughout strategic areas of the community.

For more details and assistance, please contact your onsite office manager, Mitsi, at 832-222-2355.

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Seeking Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer Lakes North Section Leaders and Block Captains

The River United Methodist Church

You can make a difference: so many of our homeowners have talents and gifts that could contribute to the value of our neighborhood. Consider a volunteer position to increase awareness and safety for your biggest investment and community.

For more information on becoming a block captain or section leader, please contact Michelle Evrard, Director of Community Events, at mevrard@canyongate. com or 713-783-6702.

Your 2012 Section Leaders Include: CANYON GATE East: Brandon OPEN West: Randy Carter (RanLeeCarter@entouch.net) CANYON LAKES Section 1: Dean Murdock (deanmurdock69@yahoo.com) Section 2: David Weber

“The River” United Methodist Church, an exciting new church in our community, would like to invite you to participate in one of our local bible studies. Each “REAL Group” meets for about an hour to discuss topics of interest to the group. The discussions are grounded in the Word of God. Everyone is encouraged to drop the façade of having it all together and rather be honest about their lives, their struggles, their triumphs and their relationships with God. In fact, no perfect people are allowed in The River’s REAL Groups.

Sundays at 1:00 PM: (Waterside Estates North) Sundays at 6:00 PM: (Lakemont) Tuesdays at 7:00 PM: (Westheimer Lakes Canyon Gate & Waterside Estates South) Wednesdays at 7:00 PM: (Cinco Ranch, Fulshear, Lakes of Bella Terra & Waterside Estates South) Fridays at 7:00 PM: (Cinco Ranch) To find a time and location that will work for you, please contact Roni Dalchuk at 281-239-2133 or email wadingin@theriverumc.com. Find out more information on the web at http://theriverumc.com.

CANYON SPRINGS Section 1: Scott Worswick Section 2: Angela MacIntyre CANYON VILLAGE Section 1: Bob House Section 2: OPEN

Popular New Year’s Resolutions for 2012!

VILLAS Section 1: OPEN WESTHEIMER LAKES NORTH Section 1: Michael Schneller (mschnelleraj@yahoo.com) Section 2: Dan Henry Section 3: OPEN Section 4: OPEN Section 5: Tamara Ishee Section 6: OPEN Section 7: OPEN Section 8: OPEN Section 9: Nadia Simmons Section 10: OPEN Section 11: OPEN

Check out some New Year’s resolutions that are popular year after year.

• Drink Less Alcohol • Get a Better Education • Get a Better Job • Get Fit • Lose Weight • Manage Debt • Manage Stress • Quit Smoking • Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle • Save Money • Take a Trip

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TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number, (one only) year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form.

Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095 or email to news@krenekprinting.com. Must have parent(s) permission.

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WESTHEIMER LAKES Taylor Kratz - B, P, T Ethan Walje - PP, L, T Ally Gutierrez - B, P Jordan Wilson - B, PP Rickie Wilson - B, PP Jeremy Padilla - B, C, H, PP, L, T (Math) Lexi Walje - B, H, PP Katie Schelnick - B, PP Ian DaSilva - L Daniela Castellanos - B, H, PP, T, SS Kyle Stokes - H, PP Taylor Hrachovy - B, PP, H Faith Kratz - B, P Rene Reyes - C, P Anna Ortiz - B, SS, CPR, FAC, RCC, T, PP, H

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281-750-2035 832-344-6910 281-394-5715 832-335-3743 832-335-3743 832-794-8999 832-344-6910 281-785-0403 281-865-0503 713-992-4259 281-755-7985 832-434-7588 281-750-2035 281-394-7723 713-689-9939

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS-Westheimer Lakes

Please place my name on the Job Seekers List

(Students must be 12 before they can be added to the babysitting list.)

Please fill in all information Job(s) _________________________________ q B -Babysitting

q SS -Safe Sitter

Name _________________________________ q SL -Swim Lessons Street _________________________________ q CPR -CPR Certified

q FAC -First Aid Cert.

Email _________________________________ q RCC -Red Cross Cert. q P -Pet Care (only)

Birthdate - Mo/Yr_________________________ q PP -Pet/Plant Sitter Age ______ Yr HS Grad________ or Gr ________ q H -Housecare q L -Lawncare

Phone _________________________________ q T -Tutor Subd__________________________________

q C -Car Detailing

I give my permission for my child’s name and phone number to be published in the ‘Teenage Job Seekers’ section of our subdivision newsletter.

Parent Signature ____________________________________________________

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School News

STANLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Stanley Elementary WatchDOGS kick-off event.

Top DOGS pictured with their children include Bonner Brinson, Justin Flanagan, Ryan Reaves, Scott Doyle, John and Jessica Wilson and Robert Valentinis-Dee.

WatchDOGS dad Justin Flanagan with daughters Kesley and Kyndall

STANLEY’S WATCH DOGS

Stan C. Stanley Elementary’s WatchDOGS program continues to have overwhelming participation in its second year of existence and has attracted national attention with the success of the program. The WatchDOGS (Dads Of Great Students) program allows fathers, grandfathers, uncles and other father figures to become more involved with Stanley students. WatchDOGS are an innovative national program of the National Center for Fathering. Its focus is to improve education in our nation’s schools by using the positive influence of fathers to provide a positive and active male role-model for students during their school day and to provide an extra set of eyes and ears to enhance school security. WatchDOGS dads volunteer for at least one day each year wearing their official t-shirts and “dog tags” identifying themselves as WatchDOGS. These dads may read to a class, play at recess, help in the lunchroom, watch the school entrances and hallways, assist with traffic flow and other assigned activities to actively engage with Stanley students. Stanley Elementary WatchDOGS average two to three dads on campus a day, and is estimated to log over 2,000 volunteer hours from the dads this school year alone.

br iscoe JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL BRISCO STUDENT ATTENDS BOOK SIGNING

Ellaine Tee, a 7th grader at Briscoe Junior High, entered the creative writing contest “I Write” Short Stories by Kids for Kids Anthology last year and has been published in the Read3Zero anthology. She is one of 39 students across Texas that was acknowledged in a public book signing in Houston for their achievements in December.

Local Houston media were invited to participate in this event, including local photographers and READ3Zero photographers. The event was open to the public. The book was unveiled that afternoon and some of our newly published authors had a chance to read excerpts from their story. The event commenced with a mass public book signing and cake cutting ceremony.

LAMAR CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT www.lcisd.org important dates

Jan. 2nd – Student Holiday Jan. 3rd – Secondary Grading Period Begins Jan. 13th – Elementray Grading Ends Jan. 16th – MLK Day (Student Holiday) Jan. 17th – Elementary Grading Period Begins Feb. 17th – Student Holiday; End of Secondary Grading Period Feb. 20th – Student Holiday Feb. 21st – Secondary Grading Period Begins

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KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT www.katyisd.org IMPORTANT dates Jan. 2nd & 3rd – Student Holiday Jan. 4th – Grading Period Begins Jan. 16th – MLK Day (Student Holiday) Feb. 16th – Early Dismissal (Secondary 11:35 AM; Elementary 12:40 PM); End of Grading Period Feb. 17th – Student Holiday Feb. 20th – Student Holiday Feb. 21st – Grading Period Begins

KISD PARTNERS IN EDUCATION Jan. 20th - Men Who Mentor. A manly breakfast for guys who currently mentor and those who are interested in mentoring. 7:30 – 9:00 AM, ESC Room 1200.

Families campaign Last year, our Katy ISD community supported 265 Katy ISD students and their families by raising over $13,000. Coordinating Food for Families is always a tremendous blessing for us here in Partners in Education. We hope to share that joy with you.

STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE SCHOLARSHIPS Drs. James Jacobs and Nicolas Manriquez, of Your Total Foot Care Specialist, are pleased to announce, two $1,500 “Stepping Into The Future” scholarships for 2012 KISD graduating seniors. Applications must be submitted to the offices of Your Total Foot Care Specialist

by March 29, 2012, 5:00 PM. A third party committee will select the two winning applicants.

The “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship program is available to seniors graduating with GPA’s ranging from 2.5 to 3.7. The scholarships are geared towards those students showing academic promise through a combination of demonstrated academic achievement and leadership potential. The two “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship recipients will be announced at the Katy ISD Awards Ceremonies during May.

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KEYS Mentoring

One mentor, one student, one hour per week. KEYS brings adult role models into Katy ISD schools to motivate, encourage and inspire students on the brink of success. Mentors meet with their student on campus at a pre-designated time each week. As mentor and student build their relationship, they decide together how to spend their mentoring time. Whether spent playing games, reading or just talking, that one hour a week makes a tremendous difference in the life of a child.

To be a KEYS Mentor, you need: • A belief in the potential of every child • Criminal history background check in compliance with the FCRA • One hour per week to spend with a child, on campus during the school day, during the school year • Participation in a brief campus KEYS orientation before you begin • Successful completion of a KEYS application and subsequent approval process

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When Reyes’ mentor first met him, it wasn’t with the intent of becoming his mentor, it was with the intent of helping him organize his backpack, locker and life. After several weeks of helping Reyes get organized, Burns naturally fell into the role of becoming his mentor. For the next six years, Burns helped Reyes recognize his gifts, talents, intelligence and encouraged him to pursue his dreams.

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Education annual Promise to Read and Food for Families programs.

Firethorne is located near the crossroads of I-10 west and FM 1463.

KEYS’ annual event Ties & Tiaras, hosted at Agave Road on March 1, 2012, will celebrate mentors while supporting the KEYS Scholarship Fund. Featuring student performances throughout the comeand-go event, the 2012 Mentors of the Year will also be announced.

KEYS is brought to you by Partners in Education, the department that brings the community into the classroom. For more information about KEYS and to find out how you can get involved, visit the KEYS web page at www.katyisd.org, or contact Martha Brown at 281-396-2468.

Last November, Katy ISD voters approved a bond referendum that included five new campuses – three elementary schools, one junior high and one high school. Four of the five campuses are set to open in fall 2012 and High School No. 7 is slated to open in fall 2013.

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Community Education offers evening and on-line classes to adults for fun, enrichment and learning. Some of the classes offered are Foreign Languages, Arts and Crafts, Finance, Computer, Sewing, Dance and Music. For information on these and many other classes and to view the fall schedule, go to www.katyisd.org/com_edu or call 281-396-6365.

Demographic Update Shows Continued Growth for Katy ISD

During the October 24th Board of Trustees meeting, Dr. Pat Guseman, president of Population and Survey Analysts (PASA), presented the 2011 Demographic Update that shows steady growth for Katy ISD, at a rate of approximately three percent each year over the next five years. While slightly slower than the rapid growth experienced between 2001 and 2009, the report shows approximately 23,000 additional students moving to the district during the next 10 years. The district also announced that as part of the Long Range Facilities Plan process, Katy ISD has entered into the initial stages of the Attendance Boundary Modification (ABM) process.

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Hundreds of gifted and talented elementary students enjoyed getting together at the Katy Parents of Gifted & Talented (KPGT) GT Create Date, to make puppets out of recyclable materials. Students and parents let their imaginations loose as they turned trash to treasure at this fun event co-sponsored

by KPGT and KISD. Led by professional puppeteer Greg Ruhe from Puppet Pizzazz and professional artist Taylor Perry, the children enjoyed an inspiring and hilarious puppet show before launching into their own creations.

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The Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented (KPGT) organization was formed in 1987.

It is a non-profit organization. KPGT aims promote the welfare of gifted and talented students by empowering KISD families and educators with information, resources, tools and voice to ensure opportunities that encourage gifted students’ passion for learning. Further information is available on KPGT’s website at www.kpgt.org.

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PRESCHOOLS St. Peter’s UMC Childhood Development Center Registration Registration for the 2012-2013 school year for St. Peter’s United Methodist Church – Early Childhood Development Center begins January 9, 2012 and continues through January 20, 2012. Registration forms will be available in the St. Peter’s ECDC Preschool office. We offer classes that are developmentally and socially appropriate for children ages 15 months through 5 years of age. We are located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450.

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POPE JOHN XXIII HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WIN BIG AT TAPPS STATE CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS: Senior Aaron Murray and Junior Maria Gonzales won medals at the TAPPS State Championship Cross Country Meet in Waco, Texas. Murray, who joined the Pope John cross country team just last year, took home the first place medal for the second time. His 4,800 meter course time of 15:30.6 minutes was the fastest time across all divisions. This first place win earned him the title of Boys 4A State Champion for the second year in a row.

Junior Maria Gonzales took second place in the 4A Girls Division, running the 3,200 meter course in 12:20.5. This is Maria’s first year to place at the state meet and only second to participate, with a 3-minute improvement over her time in 2009 as a fresh man.

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Pope John XXII High School COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALE Pope John XXII High School, 1800 West Grand Parkway N. Katy TX 77449, located on the corner of Franz and W. Grand Parkway, will host a Community Wide Garage Sale from 7:30 AM to 12 noon, Saturday, March 3, 2012, in the school gym (rain or shine). 12X12 Spaces are available to rent for $30, if interested. Please contact Ana Sanchez re: Community Garage Sale at ams1965@att.NET. Space is limited, so act fast!

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FUNDRAISERS Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston Upcoming Banquet of Life The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston will be hosting their upcoming “Hidden Treasures” Banquet of Life on Thursday, January 19, 2012. This lovely evening includes a decadent meal and features Abby Johnson and Shawn Carney: two amazing speakers serving the pro-life mission. All monies raised at this event will go to benefit the many services offered by the Pregnancy Help Center.

Tickets are now available for $75 each and can be purchased at www.donate-phckaty.org or by calling Lisa Marlowe at 281-5780078, ext. 103. The Banquet of Life will be held at the Second Baptist Church West Campus at 19449 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094.

Founded in 1989, the Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, who ministers to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of women and their extended families as they deal with the circumstances surrounding a present, potential or former pregnancy by sharing the truth and love of Jesus Christ.

Job Fair

Epiphany Church at 1530 Norwalk Drive in Katy, is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, January 26, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is free and there will be 50 companies represented for jobs from Receptionist to Vice President in the areas of finance, healthcare, IT, engineering, to name a few.

A list of the companies that are participating and the openings they have will be given to job candidates on the morning of the fair. To ensure we have the most current information from our participating employers, this list will not be distributed prior to the day of the event.

This event is geared toward degreed, career-minded, professional job candidates. Candidates with no/some college but substantial related work experience would also be well suited for this event.

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ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS “LAS VEGAS NIGHT” The Knights of Columbus Council 8096 of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church invite you to attend our 26th Charity Las Vegas Night.

The event will be held on February 18, 2012, from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM, at the church, 6646 Addicks Satsuma, in the Community Life Center.

A prize auction will follow with fabulous items to bid on with the play money you win. Included will be a trip to Las Vegas, hotel stays, restaurant dinners, sports memorabilia, wonderful gift baskets, fantastic coupons and fabulous merchandise.

We hope you will join us and promise you a fun-filled evening of Black Jack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Slot Machines and other games.

Snacks and drinks are included in the price. Donations appreciated.

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THEATER/ARTS Houston Family Arts Center

Performances are at Houston Family Arts Center Garza Main Stage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070.

2011-2012 Mainstage Season: A Lesson Before Dying (Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center) The 39 Steps (Apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) The Fantasticks (Through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage Guys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center) Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281685-6374.

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9 th Annual Katy Preschool Fair The MOMS Club of Katy, TX presents the 9th Annual Katy Preschool Fair on Saturday, January 21st, from 10 am until noon, at Crosspoint Community Church (located at 700 S. Westgreen Blvd.

Katy, TX 77450). The Preschool Fair not only helps bring many area Preschools and Mother’s Day Out Programs together in one location for the convenience of families, but also benefits the Pregnancy Help Center of Katy. Donations of diapers and wipes will be collected at the fair for the Pregnancy Help Center. The Preschool Fair is open to the public and admission is free, but we encourage all who attend to please bring a donation. For additional information, please contact Erin Morey at momsclubkaty@gmail.com. For additional information about the Pregnancy Help Center, please visit their website at www. phckaty.org.

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Enjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, from mid-September through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact docent@ houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900.

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Houston Fire Fighters Making Houston the City with the Biggest Heart FOR MDA It’s official, Houstonians through the Houston Fire Fighters raised a record breaking $509,961 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association making them the #1 Fill-the-Boot department in the country for the last 9 out of 10 years raising more than $6.3 million during that time.

For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-theBoot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Saturday February 11, 2012 during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Fire Fighters will also be out March 10th, April 14th and May 12th to collect funds for the campaign.

The Fire Fighters rely on support and donations from the community for the success of the campaign. Proceeds raised during the street-side campaign will help support MDA services and research programs, including MDA’s outpatient clinics at Texas Children’s Hospital and The Methodist Neurological Institute. Money raised from Fill-the-Boot also sends young people ages 6-17 to MDA summer camp, held in Burton, Texas.

For more information, please contact MDA Director of Business Development Carrie Dalton at 713-522-3679 or cdalton@mdausa.org.

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katy SPORTS West Houston Girls Softball Association Registration West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2012 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way.

No experience necessary! Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play!

Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Monica Canady at westhoustongsa@yahoo.com.

Katy Pony Baseball Spring Registration Dates Katy Pony Baseball for ages 4-17, co-ed, will be registering for the 2012 Spring Season on the following dates and locations: Saturday, January 14 - 10:00 AM-2:00 PM: Frozen Ropes, 20,000 Park Row Wednesday, January 18th and 25th - 6:00 PM-8:30 PM and Saturday, January 21st - 10:00 AM-2:00 PM: Academy Sports and Outdoors at I-10 and Grand Parkway th

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Holy Covenant UMC Spring Soccer Registration Spring Soccer season is just around the corner at Holy Covenant United Methodist Church. Registration began in December. Evaluations are January 7th and January 21st. Practice begins the week of February 6th. Come out and join the fun. The cost is $75, which includes uniforms. Ages 4 - 5th grade. Providing the Best Sports Experience for every child.

For more information: Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Rd, Katy, Texas 77449-3717, 281-579-1200 or www.holycov.org.

Standing, L to R: Coach Cody Guidry, Caleb Mendoza, Connor Fay, Coach Javier Mendoza, Carter Smith, Trey Morris, Devin Pitre, Manager Macky McIntyre, Jared Inlow and Coach Gene Thompson.

Kneeling, L to R: Matthew Zuniga, Matthew Stockard, Connor McIntyre, Garrett Walker, Tyler Cauchy and Kaleb Thompson.

Katy Bulldogs Win World Series CYFL 5 th Grade Cougars Are Back to Back Champions Crosspoint Youth Football League’s (CYFL) 5th grade Cougars beat the CYFL Gators on Saturday, November 12th, 30 - 0 at the Taylor High School Competition Field. This is the second year in a row that the Cougars have won a CYFL Championship in a shut out.

The Cougars also went on to win the Super Bowl, 24 - 18 against the ADC (Alief Dads Club) Buccaneers on Saturday, November 19th at Taylor High School.

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The Katy Bulldogs 12U Elite Baseball team was able to prevail in the National Cooperstown Tournament of Champions World Series in Oneonta, New York during the week of July 16-22, 2011. In facing some stiff competition from all across the country, their record for the week was 9-1-1, finishing off the series with a 17-7 win over the OC Hitmen from California in the championship game. Every member of the team contributed to the week’s success with key defensive plays, consistent pitching and a total of 44 homeruns throughout the week. The Katy Bulldogs consisted of players from all over the Katy and Bellville areas: Tyler Cauchy, Connor Fay, Jared Inlow, Connor McIntyre, Caleb Mendoza, Trey Morris, Devin Pitre, Carter Smith, Matthew Stockard, Kaleb Thompson, Garrett

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Walker and Matthew Zuniga. Coaching staff included: Macky McIntyre, Gene Thompson, Cody Guidry and Javier Mendoza. Along with a few roster changes, the Katy Bulldogs have moved up to 13U Premier level and are now known as the Texas Sluggers. Look for the Sluggers to continue their winning ways in Nation’s Baseball tournaments in the Spring of 2012.

Katy Rugby Club

Fun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field.

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Katy YMCA Programs Register now for YMCA Winter Sports Leagues. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or ymcahouston.org. Low fees! Scholarships available.

NFL Flag Football – ages 6-12 Basketball – Ages 3-18 Volleyball – Ages 12-18 Cheerleading – Ages 5-11 Drill/Dance Team – Ages 12-15 Winter Swim Lesson registration is going on now. Weekday morning, evening and Saturday sessions available. Private lessons also offered. Scholarships available.

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Based in Katy, Cinco Lacrosse strives to be the best of the best in lacrosse, both in sportsmanship and in skill. We play in Division I of the boys Texas High School Lacrosse League and compete against many nearby teams and also in various tournaments in the Houston area under the leadership of our professional coaching staff. If you attend Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes or Pope John XXII high schools, you are eligible to join our team. Please see our website, www. cincoranchlacrosse.org to register or for more information.

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The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Edna Hemingway at 281-579-7621, ednahem@hal-pc.org or Michele Hurlburt at 281-398-7696, dmhurlburt@sbcglobal.net.

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Katy Valkyries Girls’ Lacrosse

The Katy Valkyries, a girls’ lacrosse league in the Katy area, is recruiting middle and high school girls to play in competition. Contact Liz Jones at 281 578-8439 or read more about the league on our website, www.katyvalkyries.com.

Women’s Basketball League

Looking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at katybball@yahoo.com.

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Katy family ymca volleyball

Katy Family YMCA has open volleyball for Y members on Tuesday and Thursday nights for adults only, from 8:00-10:00 PM. If you know the rules and can enjoy volleyball, please join us.

Men’s Drop-In Roller Hockey

Bear Creek Roller Rink is the home of Men’s Drop-In Hockey. All ages and abilities are welcome. No commitment is required. Just show up and play!!! Games are played every Sunday from 7-9 PM. For more information, please call Dave Bradford at 281-855-2615.

Westside Golf League

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@entouch.net or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892.

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL)

Public Information Office - 281-341-2677 FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES TO CLOSE FOR NEW YEAR’S and in OBSERVANCE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY All Fort Bend County libraries will be closed on Sunday and Monday, January 1 and 2, 2012 in observance of the New Year’s holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2012.

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All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries will be closed Monday, January 16, 2012 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, January 17, 2012.

Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, downloading e-books or using the research databases. For additional information, contact the Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

NEWBORNS RECEIVE SPECIAL WELCOME DURING CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK In celebration of Children’s Book Week, January 22-28, 2012, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will continue its annual tradition of welcoming newborns to the wonders of books. Every Fort Bend County baby born during this week may receive a special baby book bag, courtesy of the Friends of Fort Bend County Library. Each bag contains a book, a bib, a special certificate, a list of suggested reading for children and information on parenting and on library services. These bags represent the library system’s commitment to providing library services for county residents throughout their lives, beginning at birth.

Families of Fort Bend babies born at other locations during Children’s Book Week should call the Youth Services department, at 281-3412634, to receive their book bag.

LIBRARIES ANNOUNCE ADDITION OF FAMILY READING CLUB THIS WINTER The popularity of Fort Bend County Libraries’ Summer Reading Clubs for children, teens and adults has inspired the library system to add a similar program for families during the winter season. The Family

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This six-week program is designed to encourage families to read, learn and have fun together. All Fort Bend County families are eligible to participate. Families who read 36 books or 6 hours – 6 books per week or 60 minutes per week – will be entered into a drawing for a $50 dining gift card, donated by the Friends of the Library. Each branch library will have a drawing for the gift card on March 5, 2012.

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The classes are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however and reservations are required. To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www. fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library.

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A single registration is required for each participating family. An adult (parent or guardian) is asked to register the family online by going to the library’s website and clicking on the “Family Reading Club Sign-Up” image, which will become available January 20, 2012. Families may also register at one of the libraries in the Fort Bend County library system. Upon registering, families will then have their own online page on which to record their books or reading time.

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There is no charge to join the Family Reading Club. The program is sponsored by Fort Bend County Libraries and the Friends of the Library organizations that support the county library system. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281341-2677 or the library branch nearest you.

Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor training every other month.

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GEORGE MEMORIAL Branch Library (FT. BEND CO. LIB.) Hours: Mon. 9 AM - 9 PM, Tues. 9 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 9 AM - 9 PM, Thurs. 9 AM - 9 PM, Fri. 9 AM - 5 PM, Sat. 9 AM - 5 PM, Sun. 1 PM - 5 PM. Website: www. fortbend.lib.tx.us Public Information Office - 281-341-2677.

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equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy. Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy. org. Help us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”

RUOK Program Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return.

If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s dept. at 281-341-4704.

Fort Bend Master Gardeners

For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281341-7068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events.

Sugar Land Garden Club

Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www.sugarlandgardenclub.org or call 281-491-1621. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.

West Fort Bend County Republican Women

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CHURCH NEWS Fire on the Altar Worship and Prayer event hosted by the Great Southwest Prayer Center located at 26555 South Mason Road in the Epi Center will be held February 2 - 4, 2012. Churches from the Katy and West Houston areas will be participating in a worship event that will be held for 3 days and nights. Members of the Katy West Houston community are invited to participate at any time during this 3-day global prayer movement. Check out our website at www.firealter.com.

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Aglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. More than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. At the monthly gatherings, there is time to meet and visit with friends, enjoy corporate worship and prayer and hear from a guest speaker. Many of the ladies share lunch afterwards. You are most cordially invited to attend the Katy Aglow group. You will be glad you did.

DATE: January 24, 2012 TIME: 9:30 AM - Arrive/Visit; 10:00 AM - Meeting Starts LOCATION: Fellowship Hall at Church on the Rock. 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston, TX 77094. Dir: 1-10 Exit Barker Cypress Rd., go south 3 blocks to corner of Barker Cypress @ Kingsland Blvd.

CONTACT:www.katyaglow.com for guest speaker and group information www.aglow.org for information about Aglow International

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ways to apply spiritual principles to one’s day-to-day affairs. Refreshments will be served. For details on the location or for answers to any other questions you may have, please call the Baha’i Faith of Fort Bend County at 281-395-9026.

CREEKSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH

Community Bible Studies: Ladies Studies - Thursday Nights at 7 pm - Grand Parkway & Westheimer Men’s Bible Study - Saturdays at 7:00 am - Katy Mills Denny’s Youth Bible Study - Sundays at 4:30 pm - 542 Applewhite Dr. Couples Bible Studies - Tuesdays at 6 pm - Long Meadow Farms

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm - North Cinco Ranch

Thursdays at 7:00 pm - Silver Ranch For more information, call 713-705-4878.

“FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE WORLD” BAHA’I FAITH OF FORT BEND COUNTY

Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose.

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Cornerstone EPC celebrated their 30th anniversary Members of Cornerstone EPC in Katy, Texas rejoiced as they celebrated their 30th anniversary. Cornerstone (named Calvin Presbyterian 30 years ago) joined the EPC in 1982, shortly after the denomination was formed. On October 22nd, members and guests came together for an evening of remembering the past and a renewed commitment to serve the Lord. The theme of the evening was “Learn from the Past - Love in the Present - Live for the Future”.

Photo is of Cornerstone’s current pastors, Carter Sanger, Nathan Carico, Allen White and two former pastors, Buck Oliphant and Sam Downing, taken at the 30th anniversary celebration.

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submitted with resume. Starting pay is $7.50 per hour. Submit resumes to Carol Kutzer at info@cornerstonekaty.org.

Epiphany of The Lord Catholic Church Ladies’ Club

We meet every second Friday of the month in our family center at 9:30 AM. All ladies are welcomed to attend. For any questions, please feel free to call Co-President Pat Conner, 281-394-5101 or Co-President Kathy Phillips, 281-347-5127.

For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.

ST. PETER’S UMC SENIOR GAME DAY (50+) Mark your calendars for a fun day of games, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Everyone is invited to play cards, board games, dominoes, puzzles, etc. every fourth Tuesday of the month. Bring a sack lunch and drinks will be provided. Enter on the west side of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Drive and go to Room 106. If you have any questions, please call Richard Powell, 281-392-2941.

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Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc.

Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon.

Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led

by Christy Kennedy, a group fitness certified instructor. This is a great time to enjoy like-minded folks who are strengthening and conditioning their body for the long haul. Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while making the exercise fun and beneficial.

Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. There Is No Smoking Allowed During All Bingo Games. They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more info., call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.

St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church BINGO At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening ex-

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The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.

KATY PARENT’S (MOM’S) & CHILDREN’S GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS, CLUBS, ETC. LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON

Announces its series of monthly meetings: Methodist West Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094 Daytime Meetings: 10:00 AM-11:30 PM 1st Wednesday of each month Evening Meetings: 7:00-8:30 PM 4th Monday of each month (except December) For further information about breastfeeding, please call: Susan 281-829-6833, Maria 832-606-9932 (Spanish), Michelle 281-5896766 or Christina 713-818-4488. For info. about other LLL mtgs. in Houston, call 713-383-2819, www.LLLHouston.org. La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague.org.

MOMS Club® of Katy SE

Do you ever feel like you’re the only mom who stays home? While being an at-home mother is rewarding, it can also be lonely. The MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) is a support group specifically for mothers who have chosen to stay home to raise their children. Local chapters offer scheduled activities, most of which take place during the day when at-home moms most need support.

Our calendar includes activities such as weekly (age-appropriate) playgroups, park days, group outings, book club, mom and tot lunch, family events, community service projects, mom’s night out and more! Of course, children are encouraged to come along and moms may attend as many or as few activities as are appropriate for their family. Contact Jamie Ensminger, Membership VP: 832493-1507 or email momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com.

Moms @ Second

Each month we will hear from gifted speakers and develop friendships with other moms as we explore the Fruit of the Spirit. We understand that being a mother is a difficult job and we pray that you will find wisdom, encouragement and strength at Moms@ Second. We look forward to seeing YOU and learning all that God has to teach us this year! We welcome moms with kids of all ages!

Doors open at 6:45 PM, meeting to start at 7:00 PM-9:00 PM, in the High School Area @ Second Baptist, Katy. Cost is $40 for entire year.

Childcare provided for a minimal cost. Contact Kendra Krezanosky or Robin Gilliam at momsatsecond@gmail.com for more details and dates or Faye in nursery office at 713-465-3408 x 1007.

MOMS IN TOUCH INTERNATIONAL

Attention Moms! Do you worry about your children? Come experience how you can replace your anxiety and fear with peace and hope by praying with other moms. Moms In Touch International gathers moms together to pray specifically and scripturally for our children and school. Won’t you join with us in prayer for this next generation? For more information about Moms In Touch International, visit www.MomsInTouch.org.

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MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP

Mothers’ Share Group serves as a valuable outreach for stay-at home parents. We offer a supportive network of moms, interesting and informative speakers relevant to parenting and family life, creative crafts, service projects, and the opportunity to make wonderful friends with others in the Katy area. We meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). Everyone in the community is welcome. Please join us for fun, food and friendship! For more information or to confirm childcare, please contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.

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Mocha Moms is a Stay-At-Home Support group for women of color.

We offer monthly support group meetings, activities for moms and children. Come meet other Stay-At-Home moms as we embrace the job of motherhood with support of others. Contact Hesma at 281-762-0262 or www.mochamomswesthouston.org.

iBloom

We provide an OASIS in the frenzied weeks of busy moms… A place to be: *EQUIPPED for parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. *ENCOURAGED by sharing with other moms within mentor led small groups. *ENERGIZED by loving support of other women. Our focus is Biblically based teaching on parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. iBloom includes interesting live speakers, relevant video curriculum with just the right mix of fun! We are a group of moms of children from birth to fifth grade. Join us Monday mornings, 9:30-11:30 AM Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, TX The cost is $20 for the year (includes study guide). Childcare is FREE! For more information and to register go to www.graceibloom.org.

Questions: call Denise at 281-693-6907 or Sonja at 713-702-2153.

Real Moms of Katy playgroup

This group is down to earth and drama free. Our motto is to build lasting friendships for the mommies as well as the children. We value every member feedbacks and participation. We like for the members to take ownership of the group and feel a sense of belonging. This is primarily a preschool age group though we understand that you may have other small children so all are welcome. We are mostly stay at home moms but if you work from home or can get together in the day time than you’re welcome. We also have ladies night out!

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KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM)

Parents of (or parents expecting) twins, triplets or more are invited to attend our monthly meeting. We meet the 2nd Monday of each month, at 7:00 pm, at Crosspoint Community Church, located at the corner of Kingsland Blvd. and Westgreen Blvd. in Katy. KAPOM is a member of the Texas Mothers of Multiples and the National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs, Inc. For more information, email membership@kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org.

Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented Support KPGT

Did you know there is a support group for the Gifted and Talented Program in KISD? The Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented is an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational services for the gifted students in the school district. The mission of the organization is to promote community awareness of the unique social, emotional and intellectual needs of gifted and talented stu-

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dents and to support the development of appropriate educational services to meet these needs. To function successfully as an advocacy organization, KPGT needs membership and volunteer support!

Funded by membership dues, KPGT publishes a quarterly newsletter, “Connections” and is now on the web! KPGT advocates for the needs of our GT students by serving on district committees, panels at state GT conferences, the Parent Advisory Board and keeping abreast of legislative issues. KPGT works cooperatively with KISD to co-host events such as the very popular “Super Saturday” and the “Student Summer Scholarship Seminar.” Our non-profit organization offers summer scholarships and grants for innovative programs to the GT teachers in KISD. Won’t you show your support of our efforts and join KPGT today? Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.

KATY ASSOCIATION OF CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS

Katy Association of Child Care Professionals is a group of registered, licensed and listed child care providers located on the north and south sides of Interstate 10 in the Katy area. Our members are qualified and experienced, as well as CPR and First Aid certified.

We meet the third Wednesday of each month, at the MUD #81 building, located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon for an evening of professional training and networking. Refreshments are served. Parents and child care providers requiring more information may call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.

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PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS

Are You a single Parent? Need an activity to share with the kids?

Do you need a new group of single friends? Do you need support of friends that are in the same boat as you? Members and their children frequently enjoy camping, picnics, the Zoo, theater, dances, swimming, museums, house parties, movies and many other activities together. For more information about Parents Without Partners International, check out our website at www.parentswithoutpartners. org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www. pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara 281-469-5646.

BREATH OF LIFE CHILDREN’S CENTER CLINIC

The Breath Of Life Children’s Center Clinic provides healthcare for uninsured and/or underinsured children. We provide immunizations, acute sick care, school physicals and well-child checkups to area children. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For questions or appointments, please call 281-398-7353.

MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL parenting classes

Memorial Herman Katy Hospital offers parenting classes in the following areas: Preparation for Childbirth Sibling class Breast Feeding Preparation Call 713-222-CARE

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• Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze Class (Weeknight and Weekend classes available) • Infant Care Class • Breastfeeding Class • Infant CPR Class • Infant/Child CPR Class • Community CPR Class (Infant/Child/Adult) • Sibling Adjustment Class West Houston Medical Center also offers a FREE Mother and Child Play and Informational Support Group.

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• Mothers with babies birth to six months meets every Wednesday from 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center.

• Mothers with babies six to twelve months meets every Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center.

The program features a weekly topic that mothers with babies are eager to learn as well as a time for questions and answers. It is a time to get to know other new mothers and for your babies to have interaction with other babies. The group is moderated by the Perinatal Coordinator who has over 20 years of experience in the field.

Should you have additional questions you may call 281-588-8065.

The Doctor’s Center is located at 12121 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77082.

Katy’s Own School Lunch Revolution

Have you ever wished school lunches weren’t so full of junk food?

Have you ever seen Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution? There is a group for you right here in Katy! We are fortunate that Katy ISD cares about our kids and has a large budget base to work with. Let’s encourage them to include healthier food choices on school menus. Join us from the beginning as we start to gather members and momentum to spread the word that it IS possible to reduce processed foods, remove flavored milk and increase fresh fruits and veggies. If you believe it is possible to feed school aged children something other than processed chicken nuggets, stuffed crust pizza and chocolate milk then please bring your energy, your ideas and your connections and join us! Our kids deserve the best, after all, that’s why we chose to put them in Katy ISD! For more information: merag94@gmail. com or find us on Facebook: Katy’s Own School Lunch Revolution

KATY UNIVERSITY ALUMINI & MILITARY CLUBS Katy Coogs Alumni Network

The Katy Coogs Alumni Club meets the 2nd Thursday of the month.

We proudly serve all of West Houston including: Alief, Spring Branch, Cypress and Katy. The purpose of the alumni club is to promote The University of Houston and all of its programs, to give alumni a resource for networking, as well as serve as a fundraising organization that will raise funds to provide scholarships for high school students in the area that are interested in attending The University of Houston. If you are interested in joining this club, please contact Melinda Sims, President of the Katy Coogs at melindasims@katycoogs.com or visit our website www.katycoogs.com.

Laureate Theta Pi Sorority

Laureate Theta Pi is a women’s group, a non-academic sorority, with life, learning and friendship as the motto. It is a chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, an International women’s friendship network and a non-profit organization. We meet twice a month in member’s homes in this area. Because we are a social, cultural and service organization, our meetings are interesting and varied. If you are interested in joining or rejoining, please contact Pinky Stromek at 281-395-6766 or Alice White at 281-599-8347.

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Are you a woman looking for new friends and fun things to do? Do you enjoy a social, community service oriented group? If you answered yes, then Beta Sigma Phi could be just the right organization for you!

Beta Sigma Phi is an international women’s friendship network. It also provides educational programs to its members and opportunities for service to others. We are women of all ages, interests, educational and economical backgrounds and we are the largest organization of our kind in the world. We are dedicated to helping women fulfill their lives. Remembering to make time in their busy schedules for friendship, fun and fulfillment. For more information, please contact Jill Coble at 281-392-7181, jcoble3930@gmail.com.

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HERITAGE GROUPS WEST HOUSTON ITALIAN CLUB

The West Houston Italian Club is a social, charitable and Italian Cultural organization that was formed in June 1990. We are located on the west side (off Hwy. 6). The club is also a member of the Italian Federation. Our monthly meetings are held the 3rd Friday of every month, 7:00 PM, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Addicks-Satsuma. If you would like further information about the club, call Carolyn or Derby Smith 281-463-1678.

IRISH AMERICAN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION

The Irish American Heritage Association is open to all individuals who are Irish or are interested in Irish culture. We meet on the 4th Tuesday of every month, at the Harris County MUD #81 Building in the Cimarron Subdivision. If you are interested in attending our meetings or would like to know more about our group, please call Dennis Donlan at 281-732-7164.

British Club of Katy

The British Club of Katy is looking for new members! Free to join and open to all Brits and ExPats who live in Katy and surrounding areas, we’re an informal group that gets together to socialize with and without the kids. Singles, marrieds and families – all welcome. Join us for coffee, margaritas, night outs, family BBQs, playgroups or new friends for your older kids. Contact Jane at 281-693-4707, Vanessa at 281-5792832 or Nicky at 281-574-3653. Or email janebarlow@ consolidated.net, Vanessa.heintz@comcast.net or nickyjukes@hotmail.com.

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National Council of Jewish Women

The National Council of Jewish Women is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century - championing the needs of women, children and families. The Career Branch of NCJW has their monthly meeting on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM. For information, call Leda 713-572-9924 or mkarchmer@sbcglobal.net.

BAYOU BELLES SERVICE ORGANIZATION

Professional women from Acadiana, meet the 1st Wednesday of every month at 7 PM, offering our members fun family activities, volunteer opportunities, annual charity gala, philanthropic youth program and so much more. Contact: Angeline Labbe’-Auzenne at www.BayouBelles.org.

We welcome everyone regardless of age, race or religion!!

CIVIL WAR REENACTING

Become a part of America’s fastest growing hobby. The First Texas Infantry Regiment, a part of the Nineteenth Century Living History Association Inc., a non-profit corporation, is looking for recruits. Though the primary impression is of the First Texas, a Confederate unit, the association is a non-political organization and often attends events as Federal troops. The mission of reenacting is to educate about the history of that time, and the lifestyle of the Civil War soldier. Come join us for monthly adventure, camaraderie, travel, fresh air and loads of fun. Enlist with Company C, “The Palmer Guards,” of the First Texas, visit www.texas-brigade.org.

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Sam Houston Chapter - Sons of the Republic of Texas

The Sam Houston Chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas was chartered in Katy, Texas in 1987. The Sons of the Republic of Texas is a fraternal organization dedicated to perpetuating the memory and spirit

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of the men and women who achieved the independence of Texas.

Members are descendants of people who lived in the Republic of Texas from independence in 1836 until statehood in 1846. The Sam Houston Chapter meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month (except April). Lunch meetings are held at The Briar Club located at 2603 Timmons Lane beginning at 12 Noon. Visit us on the Web at http://samhoustonchapter.tripod.com or call John C. Thrash 713647-0570 or 713-352-0993.

James Bates Society of the Children of the American Revolution

Membership in C.A.R. provides a wonderful opportunity for children to participate in historical, educational and patriotic activities.

All children who can prove lineage to a Patriot of the American Revolution are welcome. C.A.R. is a very special way of learning about family heritage and history. The James Bate Society meets once a month from September to May on Sunday afternoons usually from 2:00 to 4:00 at different locations. Please contact the Senior Society President, Kathy Pritchett at kathyspritchett@gmail. com or by phone at 713-876-6057. For more information, go to www.nscar.org.

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Bear Creek Genealogical Society & Library Inc welcomes ALL genealogical researchers, novice to expert, to join us. Meetings held 2nd Thursday of each month (September-May), from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, at Bear Creek Park Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr. Houston, TX 77084. Casual attire & pre-meeting lunch at the Omni Hotel. Genealogical research trips, speakers, workshops, special events & BCGSL Gen. Library. For more information, contact Gary at 281-398-0333, email getober@hotmail.com or Betty at 713467-6302, email b.bond007@comcast.net.

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If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.)

American Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www.LegionPost164KatyTX.org for more information.

VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first Monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Peyton Lumpkin, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer.

Military Order of the Purple Heart: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third Thursday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in Old Town Katy. David Lemak, Commander Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).

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Marine Corps League: Tijerina Detachment meets the second Monday of each month at 7 PM at Katy Elks Lodge #2628. For additional information, call 281-799-9382 or 936-931-5945. Or visit us online at www.usmcmarine1.org.

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SUPPORT/ HELP GROUPS • KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES - Help to Survivors of Sexual Assault. The 24-hour Crisis Hotline number is 281-693- RAPE (7273).

NON-EMERGENCY 281-391-5262.

• The Compassionate Friends (TCF) - meetings are held in the John Burns building of Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd in Katy, across from the Taylor High tennis courts. For more info. please visit our website, www.compassionatefriends-katy.org or contact Melinda Ginter, 281-492-1262.

• The Compassionate Friends Houston West Chapter meets every second Monday at 7 pm at Tallowood Baptist Church at 555 Tallowood, room ET102. Info. at www.compassionatefriends. org and the Houston West Chapter at www.tcf.tcu.edu/index.html or by calling Greg Williams 281-345-9707.

• CANCER COUNSELING (FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP IN KATY) - meets Thursdays from 7-8 pm at Christus St. Catherine Hospital. For registration and info., contact Cancer Counseling, 713-520-9873 or www.cancerhouston.com. Spanish-speaking available.• Free Mental Disorders Family Support Groups - Meets at a number of locations. Complete listing on www.namimetrohouston.org or call 713-970-4419.

• NAMI Family to Family - free mental disorders family education course. For info., please call Vi 281-893-2493 or Debbie 713-849-5637.

• DEPRESSION Bipolar support alliance - For info., call the DBSA office at 713-600-1131 or check out our website at www.dbsahouston.org.

• The Katy OCD/Anxiety group for parents - meets on the last Saturday of each month at 9:00 AM at La Madeline restaurant in Katy. For more information check out our website: http://shyness.meetup.com/353/.

• Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas katy support group - meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 7 PM at Christus St. Catherine Annex Hospital, 2nd floor, classroom B, 701 Fry Road. For further info., please contact the support group leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister 281-395-5392 or email darbar4@comcast.net.

• Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP) - For Ages 12 to 17, call 281-870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25, call 713-647-8858.

• Harris county WIC PROGRAM - For additional info. about WIC, call 713-439-6145 or www.houstontx.gov/health/WIC. For a recorded message listing all Harris County WIC sites, you may call 713-439-6130.

• ECI Project TYKE - If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www.katyisd.org.

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• Different Strokes - a support group for stroke survivors meets every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the Senior Center, located at 13150 Memorial Dr., for fellowship, learning, sharing, exercising and loving.

Call for further info.: Kay Callahan 713-461-5604 or Roberta Owens 281-463-3490.

• The Arc of Katy - members are encouraged to attend The Board of Directors meetings at 7:15 PM on the first Thursday night of each month, at The Katy Christian Ministries Administration Building, 5011 East 5th Street, Katy, TX. Please visit www.thearcofkaty.org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for additional info.

• Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) - meets every Saturday. For times and locations, please see our website at www.foodaddicts.org or call 281-392-8914.

• West Houston Medical Center - offers free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Support Groups and free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Informational/Educational Classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8657.

• DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - meets at Radical Recovery, 21811 Katy Freeway, D-110 Katy (behind Discount Tire), every Wednesday night from 7 – 8 PM. For more info., call 713-632-5237.

• Home Encouragement - a 501(c)(3) non-profit that nurtures healthy marriages and strong families. For info., contact Kellie Hurst of Home Encouragement at 281-347-LIFE or visit our website at www.homeencouragement.org.

• Katy Essential Tremor Support Group - meets the first Thursday of each month, at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse, 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle, in Katy at 4:00 PM. For info., contact Betty Ann Schwarz at 281-347-2194 or email schwarzrb@comcast.net.

• Katy ADHD parent group - meets on the 2nd Sunday of every month, in room S201, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. For more info., contact Laura Peddicord at 281-392-6064 or laurapeddicord@comcast.net.

• Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church - located at 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, 77450, offers groups for those who are hurting and healing from trials and difficulties of life. Please call the Grace Fellowship Care Ministry at 281-646-1903 for further details or see our website, www.whatisgrace.org/care.html.

• st. peter’s united Methodist church support groups – We offer many different types of groups. For more info., call 281-492-8031.

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• Christ Clinic - No Insurance? Need medical treatment? Let us help. Christ Clinic located at 5504 First St., Katy, Texas 77492 (Next-Door to Katy Christian Ministries), 281-391-0190.

• Holy Covenant United Methodist Church weekly Support Groups - Grief and Divorce care support groups. For more info., www.holycov.org or call the church 281-579-1200.

• CROSSPOINT COMMUNITY CHURCH - Celebrate Recovery meets every Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. This is a free ongoing meeting, open to the public. For more info., go to www.crosspt. org/classes or call 281-398-6464.

• Katy/West Houston Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Meetup Group – monthly meetings provide info. and support for sufferers/families regarding any of these or related disorders. Sign up for more info at meetup.com (search fibromyalgia and Katy TX to find us), email vtway@comcast.net or call 281-705-4395, Vickie Tway - Facilitator, for other info. and meeting schedule.

• Hopekeepers - national web site is restministries.org for more information or come to one of the local support groups. Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church (2655 S. Mason Rd) on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Epiphany of the Lord Church (1530 Norwalk Dr) on Mondays at 6:30 PM. • Lifeway International - an early enthusiastic substance abuse recovery program for adolescents, young adults and adults and their families, meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd, Katy. For more information call 713-270-6753.

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POLITICAL INTEREST GROUPS: • KATY AREA REPUBLICANS KATY’S CONSERVATIVE VOICE - For info., contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or ktuqt@consolidated. net or check our Face Book page or our website www.katyrepublicans.com.

• West Fort Bend County Republican Women – For more info., contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com.

• Katy Area Democrats - meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at Briarchester club house at 7:00 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986, visit ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@ hotmail.com.

• Katy Mommy Patriots - moms meeting to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Meets twice a month. For more info., call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.

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rotary clubs: • The Rotary Club of Katy Sunrise (RCKS) - meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors welcome. For more info. visit www. katysunriserotary.com.

• The Rotary Club of Katy - meets each Thursday, noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info., call 281-392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com.

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toastmasters: • Katy Toastmasters - meets the first three Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM at The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road (I-10 south and Pin Oak Road). Visitors are welcome! Contact Jody White at 713-308-3842 or jody-white@consolidated.net or visit our website at http://katy.freetoasthost.org/.

• Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club - meets every Thursday at 11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084, telephone 281-228-6287. For more info. on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.

• Easy Risers Toastmasters - meets every Tuesday morning from 7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney.

For more info., contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com. business/networking: • West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee - meet at various times and places. For more info call Houston Metro Office 713-688-4343 or visit www.houston.cbmc.com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm.

• American Business Women’s Assoc. Katy Charter Chapter - meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at Hasta La Pasta (Katy) 6:00 PM. Networking begins at 6:00 pm, dinner and meeting at 6:30 pm. Email RSVP’s and inquiries to abwa.katy@gmail.com.

• W. Houston Chapter, Intern’l Assoc. of Admin. Professionals (WHIAAP) - meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Hilton Garden Inn (south side of I-10 at Dairy Ashford), 12245 Katy Freeway, Houston 77079. (Caroline Champness CPS/ CAP caroline.champness@bp.com).

• ABWA west houston network - meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, at The Cellar Door.

For more info. or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.

• Business Network International - KATY - meets every Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Please RSVP, Ron Orlando 281-398-5661. For more info. on Katy BNI, go to www.katybni.com.

• (BNI) Business Network International - Cinco Ranch - meets each Tuesday morning at 7-8:30 am at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Katy, TX 77450. For info., Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.

• InHouston-Katy PremIer Professional Business Networking - meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. For info., call Gail Stolzenburg 281-493-1955, gail@freedomnow.net or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622, newell@newellcheatheam.com or http://inhouston.ning.com/events InHouston-Katy.

• BIZPACK - “Connecting People in Business and Life” - Networking And Breakfast $5: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:30-9:00 AM at Carriage Inn 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@gmail.com.

• THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND WELLNESS NETWORK - Meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Membership is free. For more information, contact Karen Narum 281-871-8920 or fitnessjourney@live.com.

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neighbors/welcome: • KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES - Meets monthly on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-5788-2078 or 281-395-1730.

• Welcome Wagon Club of Katy - please call Sharon at 281-392-1658, or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com. misc community groups: • The green Trails Ladies Club - For more info., call Helen Connolly at 832-577-7177.

• The Greater Katy Exchange Club - meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest speaker. For info., www.KatyExchangeClub. com or call Newell Cheatheam at 281-392-3034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or www.KatyExchangeClub.com.

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• The Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group - a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http://singles.meetup.com/1676.

• Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW) - meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. For more info., contact Sue Dinges at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.

• KATY ROCKS - Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ Group has a variety of events each month. For more details, visit www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks.

• BP Partners - Local organization for the spouses and partners of BP employees.

Monthly activities. For membership info., contact Phyllis Crouch at phylliscrouch@comcast.net or www.bppartnershouston.com.

• KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS - meets at 11:30 AM, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.

• Commute Solutions - programs like STAR Vanpool, Flexible Work Schedules, transit information and NuRide visit www.commutesolutionshouston.org or call 832-681-2589.

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Craft, hobbY, just for fun groups • Nottingham Country Garden Club of Katy - We welcome all people interested in gardening and the environment, from the West Houston and Katy area.

You do not have to live in Nottingham Country to belong to our organization! For more information about the club, please call 281-394-2827 or 281-395-2154.

• american sewing guild in katy - meets 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 PM at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more info., go to www.asghouston.org.

• The Pride of Texas Decorative Artists - meets 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Bear Creek Community Center off Patterson Rd. in Bear Creek Park. For more info., call Gloria Ware 281-492-0246.

• WEST HOUSTON QUILT GUILD, 3rd Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Salt Grass Building on Bear Creek Drive, near the Farm and Ranch Club, off Hwy. 6, For more info., check our website at www.whqg.org.

• KATY QUILTERS, Time and place will be scheduled in the Katy Area. Call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.

• The Bluebonnet Stencilers of Texas - meets 1st Monday of the month from 6:30 - 9 PM at the Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter (One block east of Sam Houston Toll Road west). For more info. concerning meetings, call 281-370-2005.

• KATY AREA KNITTING GUILD – Last Monday of the month, 6:30 PM, Spring Creek Barbeque on Westgreen & I-10.

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• The Houston Pond Society – Meets first Saturday of each month at a member’s home. For more info., please visit our website www.houstonpondsociety.org.

• West Houston Chapter of the Romance Writers of America - meets 2nd Saturday of each month. Visit us on the Web at www.whrwa.com for more info. on upcoming events. For more info. Chuck or Carol 281-550-8679.

• FAIRBEE SQUARE AND LINE DANCE CLUB - dances each Thursday night, 7:30 – 9:30 at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211 Memorial Drive @ Gessner. Info. may be obtained by calling Jerry & Nanette Tucker 281-498-3057 or nanette@hotmail.com.

• Prairie Promenaders Square Dance Club - meets first four Friday nights at Westland Baptist Church, 1407 W. Grand Pkwy S. Lessons are from 7-8 PM. The Club dance follows from 8-10 PM. For questions, call 281-647-0559 or 281-550-3701.

• Houston Square & Round Dance Council, Inc. - For info., call 281-392-0713 or visit the Houston area square dance web site: www.squarethru.com.

• WESTSIDE OVER 50 CLUB - meets 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM for dinner and socializing. For reservations and info., please contact Kirk Hanson, 281-346-0459 or Betty Larsen at 281-392-3836.

• The Katy 4-F Bass Club (Friends Fishing For Fun) - is a small, low cost fishing club, based in Katy, Texas. For information on our club such as joining, tournament results and area lakes we fish, visit www.katy4fbassclub.com.

• The Texas Triumph Register (TTR) - an organization of Triumph owners and enthusiasts. For more info., contact Mike Hado at 281-807-4780, mdhado@comcast.net or www.TexasTriumphRegister.org.

• The Katy Bead Group - meets Wednesdays at 12:00 noon at the Spalato Gelateria & Cafe, 22758 Westheimer Parkway #200, Katy, TX 77450 (832-437-1835). For info, call Jean at 281-693-4398 or Carol 281-492-6053 or email her at Fortijd@aol.com.

• The Katy Pokemon TCG League - We meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 at DoubleDave’s Pizza at 1660 S. Mason Rd. Call Camille at 832-721-5481, email KatyPokemon@aol.com or check out www.Pokemon-tcg.com (look under Pokemon Organized Play) or www.PokemonBuzz.com for additional info.

• Katy Woodworker’s Guild - meets the last Tuesday of each month at the Katy Junior High School from 7:00-9:00 PM. Questions:Call Terry at 281-717-4215.

• The Houston Area Wood Carvers Club - meets on the third Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, at Bayland Community Center in Houston (6400 Bissonnet). For more info., call Preston and Carolyn Smith at 281-392-0713, email carolynann@consolidated.net or visit www.houstonareawoodcarvers.com.

• The Katy Cruizers ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE Club - meets the first Monday of each month at the La Finca Mexican Restaurant on Westheimer Parkway (back room). Eat at 6 PM. Meeting from 7 PM until 8:30 PM. Questions: Send email to katycruizers@yahoo.com.

• BUNCO GROUP FORMING - If interested, please email me at cdkushner@sbcglobal.net. It is tentatively set for the second Wednesday of each month, from 7-10 PM and will cost approximately $5-10 a night to play.

• The KATY Area ARTISTS - Please contact the KAA Programs Officer at 281-352-8057 for more information on artist mentoring and monthly members’ meetings or visit www.katyareaartists.org.

• Cinco Ranch Men’s Poker Group - Looking for new players. We play once per month Friday night from 7 PM to 11 PM, at host member’s homes in the Cinco Ranch area. If interested, call Jim at 832-715-8206 (cell) for further information.

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PLEASE NOTE - Pets on Leashes It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals, when outside of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard), must be on a leash. For the safety of all residents, please use all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in the neighborhood, immediately call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.

Fort Bend County “Leash Law” Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law.

As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’

When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’

Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground without fear of attack from an unleashed dog.

Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community.

LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should that animal become lost. Licensing also: • Ensures that rabies vaccination are current.

• Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident.

• Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the animal control program.

VACCINATION Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies. In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between infected wild animals and humans.

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The holiday is celebrated with big family gatherings, gift giving, the eating of symbolic foods and display of festive decorations--all focused on bringing good luck for the new year and celebrating the coming of Spring.

When Is Chinese New Year?

The start of Chinese New Year changes every year since it is dictated by the lunar calendar. The Gregorian or solar calendar--which is based on the Earth’s movement around the sun and has a fixed number of 365 days a year (366 during a leap year)--is the most widely used calendar system in the world and has been the official calendar used in China since 1912.

But in China the lunar calendar is still used to determine traditional holidays like Chinese New Year. Since the lunar calendar is based on the phases of the moon-- which has a shorter cycle than the sun--Chinese New Year is never on the same day each year, but typically falls somewhere between January 21st and February 20th.

How Long Do Chinese New Year Celebrations Last?

According to Daria Ng, Assistant Curator of Education at the Museum of Chinese in the Americas in New York City, celebrations can actually last up to a month, especially in China.

Originally the celebrations lasted for lengthy amounts of time because China was a very agriculture-based country so farmers took the whole month off to rest since crops couldn’t be planted during the winter. Nowadays most families celebrate the New Year for about two week’s time, says Ng, starting on the first day of the new year and end on the 15th.

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There are many traditions and symbols associated with Chinese New Year. Here are a handful of the most popular practices: Clean house and new clothes According to Celebrate Chinese New Year by Elaine A. Kule, prior to the first day of the New Year it is customary for families to thoroughly clean their homes from top to bottom. Doing this is said to clear out any back luck from the previous year and to ready the house to accept good luck for the coming year.

All cleaning must be finished before New Year’s Day so there is no chance of accidentally throwing out the good fortune of the new year. “Before New Year’s Day you want to buy new clothes or cut your hair” in order to have a fresh start, says Ng. Wearing black is not allowed due to its association with death, however, wearing red is encouraged as the color is associated with warding off bad spirits.

Decorate the house Another popular custom is to hang up signs and posters on doors and windows with the Chinese word fu written on them, which translates to luck and happiness. Buying flowers for the home is also commonplace since they symbolize the coming of spring and a new beginning. In Chinese neighborhoods, special lunar New Year flower markets often sprout up during the days prior to the New Year.

Eat with your family On the eve of the Chinese New Year it is customary to visit with relatives and partake in a large dinner where a number of specific foods are served.

“Typically families do eight or nine dishes because they are lucky numbers,” says Grace Young, author of The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen. “The Chinese word for eight is baat [in Cantonese], which rhymes with faat, the word for prosperity.” The word for nine means “long-lasting.”

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“A lot of the foods are very symbolic,” explains Ng. Some popular foods include: dumplings (“because they look like golden nuggets” says Ng), oranges (“because they are perfectly round, symbolizing completeness and wholeness”), and long noodles (“served to symbolize long life”).

Sticky rice cakes and sweets are also served and are tied to a story about the Kitchen God-- a Santa Claus-like figure who reports to the Jade Emperor in heaven on whether families have been good or bad through the course of the year. According to legend, when families serve the Kitchen God sticky, delicious foods, his mouth gets stuck together and therefore he cannot report any bad things about the family to the Jade Emperor.

Give good luck gifts It is a traditional practice for adults to give children little red envelopes--hong bao in Mandarin or lai-see in Cantonese--filled with money in order to symbolize wealth and prosperity for the coming year. It is also common for elders to bestow red packets to unmarried members of the family. It is a sign of respect to bow three times in order to accept the hong bao. Envelopes are not to be opened until the recipient has left the home of the giver.

Make lanterns The New Year’s festivities come to an end on the fifteenth day of the new year, which is celebrated by the Lantern Festival. According to the book Moonbeams, Dumplings & Dragon Boats by Nina Simonds, Leslie Swartz, and the Children’s Museum, Boston, the Lantern Festival honors the first full moon of the year and represents the coming of springtime.

Families will light lanterns, which symbolize the brightness of spring, and hang them on walls around the house, or on poles to be carried in lantern parades.

Honor the animal Every year is associated with one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac, with each animal being represented once every 12 years.

These animals are often represented in decorations during the holiday. Some people believe that those born during the year of a particular animal will end up with the character traits of that animal.

For example, if you were born during the year of the rat, you will grow up to be imaginative and cunning.

Check out a local Chinese New Year parade Chinese New Year parades are grand celebrations where people come out to happily carouse with one another.

In addition to floats, fireworks, performances, and marching bands, parades often feature people performing “dragon” or “lion dances”-a ritual in which a group of dancers gets under an elaborately decorated dragon or lion costume with a long silky train, and visits the homes and businesses to scare away bad luck. It is common practice for the home or business owners to “feed” red envelopes to the animal to promote good luck for the coming year, says Daria Ng, Assistant Curator of Education for MOCA. American cities with large Chinese populations such as San Francisco, CA and New York City, NY hold annual Chinese New Year parades and events. (Visit ChineseParade.com for more information about the San Francisco parade and ExploreChinatown.com for more info about the NYC event.) Check out your local community calendar to find events in your area. www.kaboose.com

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Houston Area Events Now – Jan. 8 – Season of Sharing – Children’s Museum Cultural and religious celebrations from around the world with holiday exhibits, workshops and interactive performances! www. cmhouston.org. th

Now – Jan. 16th – Ice Rink – Woodlands Town Center Get into the spirit of the season as you ice skate on this beautiful rink! www.thewoodlandscvb.com.

Now – Feb 26th – The Ice – Discovery Green Holiday skating on the lake will span 7,200-sq. ft. of real frozen ice-deep in the heart of Texas. www.discoverygreen.com.

Jan. 12th -15th – Houston Salsa Congress 2012 Dance! Dance! Dance! Houston Salsa Congress is bringing you professionally taught workshops, live entertainment, vendors and social dancing with some of the best Salsa dancers from around the world. www.houstonsalsacongress.com.

Jan. 14th – 2012 MLK Youth Parade – Midtown Start a new family tradition and take the whole family to the MLK Youth Parade-Houston. The MLK Youth Parade-Houston is one of the largest events in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The parade’s theme “Empowerment Through Education” will emphasize the importance of higher learning. www.mlkgrandeparade.org.

Jan. 15th – Chevron Houston Marathon – Downtown This annual 26.2, 13.1 and 3.1 mile run, which begins and ends at downtown’s George R. Brown Convention Center, has steadily grown to attract more than 20,000 entrants from around the world and 200,000 spectators. www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com.

Jan. 16th – MLK Grande Parade – Allen Pkwy., Houston This annual parade celebrating the civil rights leader marches through the heart of Houston and draws more than 300,000 supporters from around the nation. www.mlkgrandeparade.org.

Jan. 21st – 10th Annual Rockets Run 2012 – Toyota Center Score a slam-dunk by starting the year off with the 10th Annual Rockets Run - 5K, 2 Mile Walk & Kids’ 1K, a fun and healthy activity for the whole family! www.rockets.com/rocketsrun.

Feb. 10th – 21st – Mardi Gras! Galveston Mardi Gras was publicly observed on Galveston Island as early as 1867 but was discontinued during World War II. The Island’s celebration was resurrected in 1985 and since then has become one of the most popular events along the Texas Gulf Coast. www. mardigrasgavleston.com

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How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions It’s a stark irony of the Western calendar that the odometer turns over smack dab in the middle of winter, the one time of the year when most people can’t rouse themselves to clean their bathrooms, much less make an ambitious, life-changing, behavioral U-turn. If you’re the type who likes to ring in the New Year with an engraved list of resolutions, read on for hints about how best to keep them.

Aim low. It goes without saying that most New Year’s resolutions are easier announced (or written) than done, but if you set the bar too high, you’re doomed from the start. Instead of a sweeping declaration like “I will lose 30 pounds by April and finally fit into that dress,” target a goal that’s more attainable, like losing 10 or 15 pounds.

Don’t overload yourself. It’s difficult enough for the average person to follow through on one ambitious New Year’s resolution; why on earth would you saddle yourself with three or four? Choose the most pressing issue at hand losing weight, finding a girlfriend, improving your relationship with your parents and concentrate on that. Trying to do everything simultaneously practically guarantees failure across the board.

Tell everyone you know. One school of thought says that New Year’s resolutions are best kept to oneself, but look at it this way: the more people to whom you announce your resolution (say, to get out of your dead-end job by spring), the more people there’ll be to prod you along if you fall behind. There’s no shame in seeking help if you can’t accomplish your resolution on your own.

Reward yourself. Following through on a New Year’s resolution is rarely easy, so a little Pavlovian conditioning goes a long way. If you’ve resolved to shop less, stroke yourself for not buying those shoes by springing for a steaming hot cappuccino at the mall. If you’ve resolved to be nicer to people, buy yourself a nice jacket after enduring that tedious cocktail party without delivering any insults.

Wait until spring. Sometimes the best way to accomplish a New Year’s resolution is to make it at a time of year of your choosing, rather than the one dictated by the calendar. May 1st is a good alternate date, since the change of season will neatly coincide with the change you’re hoping to accomplish in yourself. By Bob Strauss, www.ehow.com.

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Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each.

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Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA PAX MALM ward robe article # 900-74572, picture available, asking $205. Contact School8007@aol.com.

HELP WANTED Looking for part-time pest control technician for Gotcha Pest Control.

Call 281-531-5113 or fax resume to 281-531-1502.

Swimming pool cleaner need: Experienced pool cleaner to help with route maintenance in Cypress and Northwest Houston. Must have dependable truck with 2” receiver towing hitch, English speaking, have cell phone and capable of lifting and carrying 100 pounds. If you meet these requirements please call 281-785-5939.

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Classified Ads Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com.

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education.

Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse. com.

Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273.

Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission.

832-878-1052.

The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person.

How to Contact Krenek Printing DEADLINE (for all ads and news in the Katy area): The 25th of the second month preceding publication date.

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Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286.

Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.

A growing residential construction co. locally owned & operated looking for advancement minded English speaking individual w/truck & tools. Call for more information 713-591-7825 or 713-446-6989.

Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience. Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a self-starter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380.

Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. 281-646-9928.

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2010 Honda CR-V, 2WD, 5 dr., EX-L navigation, sunroof, leather, fully loaded. Exterior/interior color, tango red pearl/gray. Miles, 16,030. Excellent condition. Contact at 281-492-7460.

Bay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house, built in 2003. 2 BR’s, 2 car garage, vaulted ceilings, central AC/heat, storage shed attached to house, carport, enclosed stairway, water & sewer system. Call Bill at 979-429-6853.

2002 Ford Explorer XLT fully loaded, V6 engine runs good, private seller.

Asking $5,900. Call 713-907-6426.

Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm.

281-455-5543.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Ltd: White, leather seats, 76K miles, good condition, $4,500. Call Richie Anderson 281-463-1712.

1998 Suzuki 1500 Intruder, $3,550. Call for details 281-726-4305 Pat.

WANTED Wanted: Treadmill. 281-345-9364.

Wanted: To buy Rolex watches. 281-414-3597.

MOVING/GARAGE SALES Estate Sale: Duncan Phife dining table, $350; dark Rattan barrelback chair & sectional sofa, $750; Ancient Minnesota peddle sewing machine, $100; Florida light maple bedroom set, 2 night stands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350; Admiral Signature 21 cu.ft. frost-free refrigerator w/ice maker, $125; Roper heavy duty large capacity electric dryer, $85; solid oak dining table w/six chairs, 2 leaves, $350; white Fossil Rock 2 end tables, sofa table and coffee table w/glass tops, $400; blue/white country plaid sleeper sofa, $175; solid pecan credenza, $125; Florida dark maple bedroom set, 2 nightstands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350. 281-856-0765.

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.TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/ dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.

NOVENA Due to the amount of space involved and the response of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list of initials of those wishing to publish one. We are sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for each Novena per area.

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NOVENA TO ST. JUDE May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude – IK, AP, KT, LHA.

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HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS Westheimer Lakes Property Owners Association PCMI Management/Agent (281) 870-0585 SplashPad Texas Onsite Office (832) 222-2355 WLN Recreation Center Onsite Office (281)-394-5961 CG Recreation Center (Canyon Gate only) (832) 222-2970 Houston National Golf Club (281) 304-1400 Westheimer Lakes Information Center Community Information (832) 222-2188 Westheimer Lakes North Schools (KISD) En-touch (New Installs) (832) 222-2188 Stan Stanley Elementary (PreK-5th) (281) 234-1400 TXU (New Service) (832) 222-2188 Woodcreek Junior High (6-8) (281) 234-0800 Seven Lakes High School (9-12) (281) 237-2800 Utilities Electricity (TXU) (800) 368-1398 Westheimer Lakes Schools (Lamar ISD) Electricity (Reliant) (713) 207-7777 Gas (Centerpoint) (713) 659-2111 Hubenak Elementary (PreK-5th) (832) 223-0000 En-touch (Customer Service) (281) 225-1000 Wertheimer Middle (6) (832) 223-4100 Trash (Waste Management) (713) 686-6666 Briscoe Junior High (7-8) (832) 223-4000 Water (Fort Bend MUD #142) (713) 405-1750 Foster High School (9-12) (832) 223-3800 Property Tax Authorities Fort Bend County Tax Katy ISD Lamar CISD

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Police & Fire Emergency 911 Constable Precinct 3 (281) 491-7226 Ft. Bend Co. Sheriff Patrol Sgt. Desk (281) 341-4665 Fulshear Fire Department (281) 346-2800 Emergency Medical Services (281) 342-7233 Poison Control (800) 222-1222 Texas DPS (281) 633-5400

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